DIU CSO #HQ084526SC002

DIU seeks private capital firms to support counter-unmanned systems technology in maritime environments

The Department of War Innovation Unit (DIU) is seeking private capital firms to support the development of technologies for countering unmanned systems in maritime environments. - Government Buyer: - Department of War - Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Financial services: proposals from private capital firms to invest in founders developing counter-unmanned systems technologies for maritime use - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Firms must have deep market expertise in relevant technologies - Firms must be prepared to provide capital as a financial bridge to support capability development - Focus is on aligning private investment with Department priorities for counter-unmanned systems in maritime settings

Description

The Department of War Innovation Unit (DIU) Bridge Program invites submissions under the Classified Access to Address Critical Technology (CLASS ACT) solicitation HQ084526SC002. This pilot effort aims to increase the number of cleared vendors supporting the Department of War by targeting innovators developing technology to counter unmanned systems in maritime environments. The focus is on sensors and effectors to defeat adversarial unmanned systems operating underwater, on the surface, or in the air, with interest in long-range passive detection, assured active detection and tracking of swarms, and cost-effective effectors.

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